Invitation to Submit Your Innovative Steel Construction Projects for the 2015 CISC British Columbia Steel Design Awards of Excellence www.cisc-icca.ca/awards/british-columbia/2015 The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction Submission Process An “Intention to Submit” form is to be completed online and submitted by February 27, 2015. All forms can be downloaded from the CISC website at www.cisc-icca.ca/awards/british-columbia/2015 This web page has a number of PDF documents providing you with more information. Submission Guidelines A brief written description which shall include a discussion of factors considered and reasons why the steel solution was selected. Photographs At least five high-resolution (300 dpi) electronic images in jpeg format of the finished product and PowerPoint images on CD. Also include the names of individuals or firms to be credited with the images. Deadlines Intention To Submit: February 27, 2015 Project Submission: April 10, 2015 Do not miss this chance to be recognized for your work Who is CISC? The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) is the national industry organization representing the structural steel, open web steel joist and steel platework fabricating industries. CISC formed in 1930 is a non-profit industry association. CISC operates as a technical, marketing and government relations organization that promotes good design and safety, as well as the efficient, economical and sustainable use of structural steel. Events such as the CISC BC Region Steel Design Awards of Excellence create networking opportunities for architects, engineers, building official, contractors and other stakeholders in the fabrication industry. Architectural Steel buildings or structures in which architectural considerations predominantly influence the design, particularly those with exposed steelwork. All building types and bridges. Engineering Steel structures in which engineering considerations and the efficient use of steel in unique applications are the predominant factor. (All building types and bridges.) Sustainability Steel structure in which steel has been used or re- used as part of a sustainable development project that aims to improve environmental impact of the structure by using innovative practices, standards and technologies. Project Submission Deadline: April 10, 2015 Who is CISC? Award Categories